If you're going out tonight to celebrate, do the pack and yourself a favor and please don't drive if you've been drinking! Tri-Met is offering free rides on all buses and MAX lines after 8 p.m. & you can also get a free tow and ride home from AAA -- call them at 1-800-AAA-HELP id you've had a few. No excuses!!
Happy New Year! Remember, drink responsibly and have a sober driver or call a cab. It's still early enough in the day to draw straws with your friends &!who cares if the cab is $25 1 way. It's cheaper than a DUI or living with knowing you killed someone. I luv u all & wish you the best.
Did you or someone you know lose about the cutest puppy ever? she is black and a little gray in the face, a fairly new collar that is pink and purple with no tags. Looks healthy and freshly groomed with short hair on the body. Call 966-1567 if you have.
Friday, December 31, 2010
Come one, come all - Grab a new job in The New Year!
Seeking staff for 18-44 female-friendly format launching mid-winter in southeast. Commercial broadcast and social media experience required. EOE/MF Replies to radiojob2@gmail.com
The Best of FTC 2010
Morning shows and The Community
Country Music Radio morning shows need to digress to the basics and back to their roots. Channel the spirit of past, present and future: W. Steven Martin at KNIX, Bob Robbins at KSSN Little Rock, Cornbread at WIL and make a connection with the community again. Simply wheeling and dealing pop culture interactives every morning won't be the deciding factor to how you win. Making a connection with the community is the key.
If you are one of those morning shows under contract and only work five days a week. You can stop reading now. Morning shows that want to continue to make a connection with the audience in PPM markets need to relate to the community and public. They need to adopt community service organizations. KYNG (Young Country) in Dallas had the (talent's name) charity of the month.
5 Ways Charities Will Be Using Social Media In 2011
All over the Country and ending today at 4p (Pacific), Wal-Mart and Facebook are soliciting "likes" for your individual cities to feed the hungry. The winning city gets one million dollars in aid. TV and radio are all over this promoting it. Fresno is #2 to Salt Lake City. Read what George has to say about using Social Media in connection with community building.
Social media provides the perfect platform for non-profit organizations and charities to raise campaign awareness, increase donations and actively engage with a wide online audience. As the increase in social media and online PR activity continues to grow into 2011, an increasing number of charities are starting to incorporate social media platforms into their promotional strategies. In light of this, I have outlined 5 key social media opportunities more and more charities will be making the most of in the New Year.
All the best in 2011 - The year of change in Country Music Radio!
Thursday, December 30, 2010
More Holiday madness...
In Portland, KUPL and KWJJ tied - AC #1 (12.8)
Country #1 in Charlotte WSOC
In this round AC doesn't appear to have won in Kansas City, Sacramento, Cleveland, Orlando or Milwaukee.
The Best of FTC 2010
Three C's
Alan Burns uses the three C's in his recent study of what's missing for women in contemporary radio. If we close the gap on the slight distance between what women want from radio and what we are currently offering, we will see more of an attraction verses a nose turning effect for the 25% that think there is a dis-connect. Convenience, Companionship and Community make up the easy comprehend, harder to execute Three C's. We are portable and easy to use, we can go anywhere, making radio a Convenience. Companionship while listeners get ready and drive to work, running errands, outside sales, long trips and of course listening at work. Community, Alan Burns says this is more than just reading PSA's. This is what is missing from radio today. Air talent are just talking heads. They don't relate to the listeners about what is going on in the community. I would always tell my air talent, make a mental note from the buzz, the paper, local television news, there is always three things going on you can talk about over a record intro.
New Years 2011 Resolutions - Turn it up!
We need to manage our Country Music Radio station's like this; Hands on with every element of the station being inspected, infected and rejected. Turn up your managerial heat. From the lowest air talent on the totem pole to the morning show, everyone needs love too.
If you want to be the master of your domain and make sure everything is in tip-top shape, the only way is too take an active role in running your radio station.
If you want to be the master of your domain and make sure everything is in tip-top shape, the only way is too take an active role in running your radio station.
Who’s Sleeping on "The Porch" Tonight?
You can bet that it won’t be Country Music Sensation CJaye LeRose, as she continues to attract huge audiences through YouTube and Twitter.On December 29th, fellow Country Music Artists Jesse Rice and Chase Rice released a parody about CJaye’s song “The Porch” titled "My Money”.
“Chase (CBS' Survivor Nicaragua Cast Member) and I were talking about songs on XM11 that we like and I said, CJaye LeRose's song, "The Porch" was one of my favorites. I just think it's catchy and has a cool spunk to it! So, I told Chase that we should do a response and counter her song with a man's point-of-view” – Jesse Rice
“It was a great surprise to hear that Jesse and Chase had released “My Money” in response to my song. I think most women would agree that every now and then, her man needs a 'night on the porch'. Put me on the porch and I’m off to the Hilton, don’t' forget we share the same bank account *wink wink*”
- CJaye LeRose
CJaye has racked up more than 1 million video views on YouTube and over 16,000 followers on Twitter. Recently, “The Porch,” produced in her own home received national airplay on Nashville XM11!
As soon as she finishes writing a song, she performs it in her living room and posts it on YouTube. She is currently putting the finishing touches on her studio debut album, slated for a March release.
For more information on CJaye LeRose and to download her hit song, “The Porch”, visit CJayeLeRose.com
As soon as she finishes writing a song, she performs it in her living room and posts it on YouTube. She is currently putting the finishing touches on her studio debut album, slated for a March release.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Santa in St. Louis had no affect on The PPM Holiday edition
KSD-FM along with KHGE Fresno spent the last two months playing holiday favorites. It had no affect on the 6+ showing. Nov-Dec, KSD-FM 3.1-3.1 (KEZK the AC #1) There were 7 more number one holiday music stations in this release.
Damn Santa
It happened again in 10 out of 12 released PPM markets, All-Christmas formats were number one 6+. Here's the special Holiday ratings period recap from Arbitron:
New York - WLTW #1 and doubled cume
Los Angeles - KOST #1
San Francisco - KOIT #1
Chicago - WLIT #1 doubled cume
Philadelphia - B-101 an 11.7 share #1
Washington - WASH #1
Dallas-Ft. Worth - CHR KIIS #1 (AC KVIL 2nd)
Houston-Galveston - KODA #1 and double the cume
Atlanta - WVEE (Urban #1) AC WSB-FM 2nd
San Jose - KBAY #1
Nassau-Suffolk - WALK #1
San Bernardino-Riverside - KOLA (Classic Hits) #1
Middletown-Somerset-Union - WLTW #1
KPLX Dallas was up, KFRG Riverside, up, WUSN Chicago, up, KKGO up a bit, KKBQ Houston up and KILT too, The big story is Atlanta where Citadel's WKHX and CC's WUBL are neck in neck.
The Best of FTC 2010
Stable sound dynamics or over the top presentation - 211 to 212
One of the biggest and most complex issues in dealing with the programming of a Country Music Radio station is the dynamics of the sound of the station. You can be too over the top and also too lazy river at the same time. How do you find the balance in presentation?
New Years 2011 Resolutions - Morning Shows
Pandora vs. Radio Internet
We got a few comments about Pandora, like "they have no soul" and "thanks for the holiday cheer". According to one major CMR consultant, "it's over when they get into new cars."This is from INSIDE RADIO. This is just the facts,
It was arguably the year of Pandora with month after month of growth for the streaming music service, with its users and ad revenue reaching new highs. Founder Tim Westergren won’t say if Pandora was profitable in 2010, explaining they’re focusing on more than the bottom line. “It’s not the principle goal right now — we’re focused on growth,” he says.
It was arguably the year of Pandora with month after month of growth for the streaming music service, with its users and ad revenue reaching new highs. Founder Tim Westergren won’t say if Pandora was profitable in 2010, explaining they’re focusing on more than the bottom line. “It’s not the principle goal right now — we’re focused on growth,” he says.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
PANDORA LEADS RADIO ALMOST 3-1 Internet Usage
We have better terrestrial radio stations than Pandora. So they win in the Internet streaming product area. We should be concerned when they have towers!
Rise and Shine from Doug Erickson
It's time. Time to shake off the torpor of the past couple of years.
Time to stop using your VP of Programming, PPM, your workload, formatics -- whatever -- as an excuse.
It's time to perform.
This is Show Business, baby, and the lights are up; the audience is expecting everything you've got.
The audience. Remember them? The tens of thousands, sometimes millions who need what you do, who want a reason to smile, to laugh, to connect emotionally right now, and they've turned to you for it.
This is what you do. This is why you're here.
Don't ever waste even one performance.
You're on!
The Best of FTC 2010
The disconnect is with the audience, not the music!
New Year's Resolution: Sweat the small stuff...
2010 meet 2011 From Jon Watkins KEGA Salt Lake City
 What's in store for Country Music Radio in 2011? Live and local is coming back! Even in PPM, a live jock sounds great. Wishful thinking? LeeAnn Rimes will continue talking about how she doesn't want to talk about her divorce. What challenges did you face in 2010 and next year? Budget cuts, smaller staffs and tighter PPM friendly playlists Your thoughts on the direction of the music and Sonic Sound of Country Music Radio? There are some great Country acts in radio right now. The CMAs were huge and helped Country. My big question is- who is our next big "A" star? Where's our next Kenny or Tim? We have some "Bs" and a lot of "Cs" but who will break through? |
Monday, December 27, 2010
The Best of FTC 2010
Music and Community make a great connection
Country Music Radio does the best job putting artists in front
The KSKS five dollar concert series here in Fresno is amazing.
Three groups, one established new face and a couple of up and
coming artists in a local park.
of their audiences.
The KSKS five dollar concert series here in Fresno is amazing.
Three groups, one established new face and a couple of up and
coming artists in a local park.
2010: WHAT'S NEXT FOR COUNTRY PROGRAMMING in 2011 with Craig Powers
Craig is the VP/Programming for Cameron Broadcasting, the former KIK-FM Orange County CMR PD chimes in for the end of the year.
What's in store for Country Music Radio in 2011?
I would need a crystal ball for that answer. Whatever it is I’m looking forward to it!
What challenges did you face in 2010 and next year?
All 6 of my stations burned to the ground, but we rebuilt from the bottom up, have a great new location, new state of the art studios and a new start!
Your thoughts on the direction of the music and
Sonic Sound of Country Music Radio?
Right now there is a great variety of country music to choose from and in my opinion that is optimal for the format. This keeps the older demos happy and brings new young demos to the format as well. From the traditional sounds of Alan Jackson and George Strait to the fresh new Pop Country sounds of the Trailer Choir, Jane Dear Girls, Katie Armiger and many, many more! I love the fact that I can hear great classics like Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline, Merle, George and more, followed by Miranda, Zac, Jason, Lady A…Then some 90’s Garth, Clint and Brooks and Dunn on K-Flag Country! What a killer variety of music! No other format can offer the variety that Country music can and reach the broadest audience all on one station!
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Clear Channel's KHGE Fresno flips from Big Country to 102.7 The Wolf
Saturday, December 25, 2010
The Best of FTC 2010
WHERE'S THE CONNECTION
I was reading ALL ABOUT COUNTRY'S weekly poll, "Is your station voice on more than your talent" and so far: Station voice exceeds local talent by a landslide. Have we gotten so lazy, that even in these economic conditions, we are just plugging sweepers into the clocks?
Even with pre-recorded programming and voice-tracked shift, we can get creative. Sorry: But it does entail some work. Shifts without talent can be real people talking about the station in breaks, much like talent breaks. "Hi this is Bobby Martin in Cloverdale and your listening to Country 101.5, home of Big D and Bubba tomorrow morning with fun and music in the morning". Combined with names of the recorded shift. No talent either live or recorded on Sundays? Try "Country 101.5's 7th Day - Country and fun for the families official day off."
Seven Digital Media Trends of 2011
With 2011 on the horizon, this week features an overview of the top seven digital media trends coming in 2011.
1. Print Goes to the TabletReinvention and new digital distribution is better late than never for print media. Some big breakthroughs are on the way for print media moving onto the tablet. Touch screens are the new newsprint.
Last month, a new iPad only newspaper was announced by Apple and News Corp. Rupert Murdoch is investing $30 million to create The Daily, a new “paper” that will have no website and… no paper. It will only be available through an iPad application, which will cost $0.99 per week to use.
1. Print Goes to the TabletReinvention and new digital distribution is better late than never for print media. Some big breakthroughs are on the way for print media moving onto the tablet. Touch screens are the new newsprint.Last month, a new iPad only newspaper was announced by Apple and News Corp. Rupert Murdoch is investing $30 million to create The Daily, a new “paper” that will have no website and… no paper. It will only be available through an iPad application, which will cost $0.99 per week to use.
Friday, December 24, 2010
THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS
by Clement Clarke Moore
or Henry Livingston and Chuck Geiger
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all up in the station
Not a creature was stirring, nowhere in the nation
The stockings were hung by the digital playback system with care,
In hopes that St. Marconi soon would be there;
The owners and managers were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of cost cutting danced in their heads;
And Miranda in her 'kerchief, and Blake in his cap,
Had just settled down for a long winter's nap,
When out on the parking lot there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the studio chair to see what was the matter.
Away to the window I flew like a flash,
Tore open the curtains and knocked down the Garth plaque with a crash;
No one in the station to report on the new-fallen snow
Gave the lustre of mid-day voice tracking to objects below,
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a miniature station van, and eight tiny guys that end careers,
With a little old driver, so lively and dark
I knew in a moment it must be St. Marc
More rapid than overnight PPM's his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name;
"Now, Les! now, Hogan! now, Lew and Farid
On, David Fields! on Beasley! on, Pete Smith and Bruce Reese!
To the top of the ratings! to the top of the haul!
Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!"
As the new year arrives each wants a piece of the pie;
When they meet with an obstacle, ad inventory to the sky,
So up to the house-top the PPM meters they flew,
With the van full of traded soda, and St. Marconi too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
The STL was wired by a goof
As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney St. Marconi came with a bound.
He was dressed in a Zac Brown T-shirt, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot;
A bundle of :60 spots at full rate he had flung on his back,
And he looked like a account executive just opening his pack.
His eyes -- how they twinkled! his dimples how merry!
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow,
And the beard of his chin was as white as the snow;
He ignored the no smoking sign -The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth,
And the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath;
He had a broad face and a little round belly,
That shook, when he laughed like a bowlful of jelly.
He looked like a big DJ from Des Moines, a right jolly old elf,
And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself;
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread;
Like a cold segue in PPM, He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk,
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose;
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight,
"Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night."
Happy Holidays....Go Home Now!
Sometimes even I get overwhelmed by the upkeep of Social Media. It can be overwhelming and seem like a chore, however I try to turn even those feelings into something I can share with others. I think it’s good to know that you are not alone or the only person feeling this way! In fact, I had to muster up all I could, just to write this blog post. 
Holiday parties, family, friends visiting, last minute Christmas shopping, cooking, clients, deadlines…..well you get the picture.
I thought I would keep this Finger Candy Friday short and sweet and filled with Holiday wishes from me and Sissy!
Thursday, December 23, 2010
From the Speculation Station: Los Angeles gets a new CMR station in 2011!
With the money Bonneville has sunk into KSWD to get a one share, they would get double in return marketing a Country Music Radio Station in Los Angeles.
Hire a powerhouse Country Music Radio programmer who understands the combination of show-biz and music presentation styles and build a massive radio station with a strong morning show that could position themselves as a top five 25-54 show in 1-2 years with a staff of pimp air talent. Take off the harness of Hollywood. What spelled doom for KZLA. They quit trying to be a Country Music Radio station and played the Hollywood game. Same with John Sebastian playing Bob Seger and The Eagles. Play the hits and howdy up for LA and Orange County.
Best of FTC 2010
How to write for your brand
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
When Katy Perry is performing her new song on shows, she's doing it Country!
Katy Perry has performed her latest single “Firework” on everywhere from X Factor to VH1 Divas to the American Music Awards, and the performances have pretty much been the same each time. Big (mostly screechy) vocals, tons of flash, lots of sparks.
Perry decided to give the song a makeover when she paid a visit to The Ellen Show. She toned the pop production down in exchange for a few bluegrass guitar twangs and strings to give the song a country twist. We’re not sure if we care for this reimagining of “Firework.” The song works because the booming production gives the inspirational lyrics a fiery kick. This version just seems drab and depressing when the song is supposed to be uplifting.
From Neonlimelight:
Wrapping Up the Year and Looking to 2011...What Do You Think?
Jessica Northey
With the first decade of the 21st century under our belt, we are all wondering what to expect during the next ten? As we look forward to the future of Social Media, I would like draw from YOU: my own network of friends and colleagues: for your thoughts, ideas and expert opinions! Currently I write for a few Blogs, including my own and beginning in 2011 will take on a National Column with the web's largest radio and music industry community (TBA next week) ;)
The Best of FTC 2010
What if we programmed Country like an AC?
Beverlee Brannigan upped at Journal
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
While the others are off....
For the first day of Winter - How to own the winter weather image:
With the release of The 2010 Census, these are the fastest growing Top 100 US cities:
Rank | City | State | Growth since 2000 |
1 | Los Angeles | California | 125,131 |
2 | New York | New York | 77,464 |
3 | San Antonio | Texas | 70,079 |
4 | Phoenix | Arizona | 67,371 |
5 | Houston | Texas | 56,059 |
6 | Fort Worth | Texas | 50,428 |
7 | Charlotte | North Carolina | 43,830 |
8 | San Diego | California | 43,353 |
9 | Raleigh | North Carolina | 40,709 |
10 | Henderson | Nevada | 39,471 |
11 | Las Vegas | Nevada | 38,583 |
12 | Sacramento | California | 38,317 |
13 | Jacksonville | Florida | 38,164 |
14 | Mesa | Arizona | 36,001 |
15 | Gilbert town | Arizona | 35,553 |
16 | Chandler | Arizona | 34,718 |
17 | North Las Vegas | Nevada | 29,014 |
18 | Stockton | California | 27,695 |
19 | Irvine | California | 27,489 |
20 | Riverside | California | 26,348 |
21 | Chula Vista | California | 25,504 |
22 | Bakersfield | California | 23,978 |
23 | Rancho Cucamonga | California | 23,897 |
24 | Fresno | California | 23,803 |
25 | Albuquerque | New Mexico | 23,249 |
26 | Fontana | California | 22,974 |
27 | Arlington | Texas | 22,038 |
28 | Tucson | Arizona | 20,959 |
29 | Laredo | Texas | 20,912 |
30 | El Paso | Texas | 20,451 |
31 | Plano | Texas | 19,961 |
32 | Dallas | Texas | 19,738 |
33 | Peoria | Arizona | 19,216 |
34 | Aurora | Illinois | 19,194 |
35 | Modesto | California | 18,016 |
36 | Corona | California | 17,488 |
37 | Joliet | Illinois | 17,349 |
38 | Oklahoma | Oklahoma | 17,171 |
39 | Columbus | Ohio | 16,962 |
40 | Brownsville | Texas | 16,456 |
41 | Cape Coral | Florida | 16,451 |
42 | Austin | Texas | 15,449 |
43 | Scottsdale | Arizona | 15,284 |
44 | Moreno Valley | California | 14,682 |
45 | Miami | Florida | 14,345 |
46 | Omaha | Nebraska | 14,260 |
47 | Virginia Beach | Virginia | 14,210 |
48 | Tampa | Florida | 14,200 |
49 | Glendale | Arizona | 14,026 |
50 | Aurora | Colorado | 14,025 |
51 | Long Beach | California | 13,938 |
52 | Fort Wayne | Indiana | 13,768 |
53 | Reno | Nevada | 13,402 |
54 | Orlando | Florida | 13,385 |
55 | Santa Clarita | California | 11,654 |
56 | Chesapeake | Virginia | 11,650 |
57 | Pembroke Pines | Florida | 11,500 |
58 | Durham | North Carolina | 11,341 |
59 | Overland Park | Kansas | 11,288 |
60 | Palmdale | California | 11,089 |
61 | Anchorage | Alaska | 10,668 |
62 | Fort Lauderdale | Florida | 10,520 |
63 | Oxnard | California | 10,514 |
64 | Madison | Wisconsin | 10,378 |
65 | Wichita | Kansas | 10,333 |
66 | Lincoln | Nebraska | 10,013 |
67 | San Bernardino | California | 9,956 |
68 | Sioux Falls | South Dakota | 9,859 |
69 | Colorado Springs | Colorado | 9,558 |
70 | Naperville | Illinois | 9,536 |
71 | Coral Springs | Florida | 9,456 |
72 | Portland | Oregon | 9,423 |
73 | Ontario | California | 9,395 |
74 | Grand Prairie | Texas | 9,244 |
75 | Honolulu CDP | Hawaii | 8,492 |
76 | Vancouver | Washington | 8,094 |
77 | Norfolk | Virginia | 7,324 |
78 | Thousand Oaks | California | 7,187 |
79 | Pasadena | California | 7,178 |
80 | Lancaster | California | 7,178 |
81 | Fort Collins | Colorado | 7,088 |
82 | Lubbock | Texas | 6,917 |
83 | Atlanta | Georgia | 6,545 |
84 | Lexington-Fayette | Kentucky | 6,286 |
85 | Oceanside | California | 6,053 |
86 | Huntsville | Alabama | 6,021 |
87 | Salem | Oregon | 5,990 |
88 | Santa Rosa | California | 5,791 |
89 | El Monte | California | 5,775 |
90 | Simi Valley | California | 5,764 |
91 | Seattle | Washington | 5,727 |
92 | Glendale | California | 5,526 |
93 | Fullerton | California | 5,246 |
94 | Greensboro | North Carolina | 5,219 |
95 | Amarillo | Texas | 4,985 |
96 | Mesquite | Texas | 4,747 |
97 | Torrance | California | 4,675 |
98 | Pomona | California | 4,674 |
99 | Huntington Beach | California | 4,654 |
100 | Santa Ana | California | 4,533 |
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